Historic Figures
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Chief Alexander McGillivray
Historical leader of the Creek people in early AmericaMcGillivray began an alliance with Spain in 1784, in an effort to cause trouble for Americans and their supporters.
President Andrew Jackson
The architect of the Indian Removal ActAndrew Jackson was our seventh president and a forceful proponent of Indian removal.
Governor Benjamin Burney
Served in Shocoe's Chickasaw Battalion of Mounted VolunteersBurney served the Chickasaw Nation and its government as national treasurer and governor.
Governor Benjamin Overton
A firm advocate for the Chickasaw people with a no-nonsense reputationOverton had a lifelong interest in the tribal affairs of the Chickasaw Nation serving in the Chickasaw legislature and as a delegate in Washington.
Governor Bill Anoatubby
A profound dedication to the unconquered and unconquerable Chickasaw NationBill Anoatubby is the current governor of the Chickasaw Nation and has served in this position since 1987.
The British
Allies and partners in the years leading up to the American RevolutionThe Chickasaws began trade with the early British settlers after the establishment of the Carolina colony in 1670.
Chiksa' and Chahta
Brothers who led their people to Chickasaw and Choctaw homelandsBefore the tribes of Chickasaw and Choctaw were two different tribes, they were one entity under the rule of two brothers.
The Choctaw Nation
Close tribal nations with a shared history and origin storyKnown as one of America's Five Civilized Tribes, the Choctaws are a prominent Native American tribe.
Governor Cyrus Harris
Instrumental to the implementation of the first Chickasaw government and constitutionHarris was the first governor of the Chickasaw Nation and was at the core of implementing the first Chickasaw government and constitution.
Governor Douglas H. Johnston
The first Chickasaw governor to be appointed by the president of the United StatesJohnston was the very first governor to be appointed by the president of the United States and served as the Chickasaw governor for over 30 years.
Governor E.B. Maytubby
A proud Chickasaw heritage and dedication to furthering the progress of the Chickasaw peopleDuring the time Maytubby governed there was a huge push for the Chickasaw tribe to elect their own leaders and to demand more sovereignty.
Edmund Pickens
His extensive service helped lead the Chickasaw people towards progress and independencePickens was a leader among native people and his foresight helped create a strong Chickasaw Nation.
Governor Floyd Maytubby
Appointed governor during the Great Depression and World War IIFloyd Maytubby served the Chickasaw Nation during difficult times resulting from the end of the Great Depression and the turmoil of World War II.
The French
A conflict with the Chickasaw people that would last for decadesThe Chickasaws have a turbulent history with the French and experienced tension due to their own close relationship with the British.
President George Washington
A friend and advocate of the Chickasaw NationGeorge Washington served as the first president of the United States and declared that a just Indian Policy was one of his top priorities.
Hernando de Soto
Led the first European expedition deep into the territory of the modern-day United StatesHernando de Soto was a Spanish explorer and conquistador in the 1500s and came in contact with several Native American tribes exploring North America.
James Adair
A relationship with the Chickasaw people that lasted more than two decadesJames Adair was an English trader who lived among the Chickasaw tribe and was especially fond of the Chickasaw for their loyalty to the English.
James Logan Colbert
Known for marrying into the Chickasaw tribe and being a friend to native peopleJames Colbert was a trader with the Chickasaw Nation who married into the tribe and was a compassionate friend to the Indians.
Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville
Led the attack against the Chickasaws in the Battle of AckiaBienville was a French explorer of the New World in the 1700s and established himself in Louisiana Territory.
Governor Jonas Wolf
Known for being a man of rugged integrityJonas Wolf served as a governor of the Chickasaw Nation and in the tribal legislature in addition to being an ordained Presbyterian minister.
Levi Colbert
A prominent negotiators and interpreters who fought for the Chickasaw peopleColbert was an early leader of the Chickasaw people and was also a prominent negotiator and interpreter.
The Muscogee Creek Nation
The Creeks are a union of several tribes that developed into a confederacy of distinct tribal townsThese Native American people are also known as the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and originated from the southeastern part of the United States.
The Natchez Nation
Native American tribe that originated from the Natchez Bluffs area in the Lower Mississippi ValleyThe Natchez have origins dating back to the prehistoric era.
Governor Overton James
After first being appointed governor by John F. Kennedy, he was elected to the position four timesJames served in the U.S. Navy before returning to Oklahoma and later being appointed by President John F. Kennedy as Governor of the Chickasaw Nation.
Governor Palmer S. Mosely
Considered one of the most notable and proficient interpreters in Chickasaw historyMosely served as the 20th and 23rd Governor of the Chickasaw Nation and began his career as the interpreter for the Chickasaw legislature.
Governor Peter Maytubby
A member of the Dawes Commission who helped find fraudulent claims of Chickasaw citizenshipMaytubby was a full-blooded Chickasaw Indian and served as captain for the Confederate Army in the Civil War and was also a Chickasaw governor.
Pierre D'Artaguiette
French army officer known for his valor during the Natchez WarA French army officer known for his valor during the Natchez War who later became the commander of the Province of Louisiana's Illinois District.
Piominko
Helped pave the way for Chickasaw prosperity into the new American century of the 1800sChickasaw Leader, Piominko, was born around 1750 at Chokkilissa'- Old Town, Mississippi.
President Richard Nixon
The first president to truly push for Native American self-determination and independenceNixon was the 37th president of the United States and it was during his term that important changes for Native American policy would take place.
Robert de La Salle
Famed explorer of the New World who encountered the Chickasaw peopleRobert de La Salle was born in 1643 in Rouen, France. He was an avid explorer and fascinated with science and nature.
Governor Robert M. Harris
Worked diligently to help the Chickasaw people as the 21st governor of the Chickasaw NationHarris was dedicated to serving the Chickasaw people and worked diligently to improve the education and overall progress of the Chickasaw Nation.
Te Ata
World-famous for using her dramatic talents to tell the story of the Chickasaw peopleMary Frances Thompson took on the stage name Te Ata, which means "bearer of the morning" in Chickasaw.
Tishominko
This influential Chickasaw is remembered as one of the last hereditary minkosTishominko was admired for his integrity and wisdom, and he was a well-respected leader.
Governor William Byrd
Conscientious and resilient in pushing for independent status for the IndiansByrd attended the Chickasaw Academy before enlisting in the Civil War. He later become governor of the Chickasaw tribe and a successful business man.
Governor William Guy
Fought to allow mixed-blood Chickasaws to have the same rights as full-blooded ChickasawsWilliam Guy had a decorated military career in the Civil War and went on to serve as secretary of the Chickasaw senate and Chickasaw Nation governor.
Governor Winchester Colbert
Worked tirelessly as a diplomat to establish the Chickasaw tribe's sovereigntyColbert worked tirelessly as a diplomat to establish the Chickasaw tribe's sovereignty and separation from the Choctaw Nation.
Wolf's Friend
Recognized as Piominko's biggest adversary throughout the late 1700sWolf's Friend, also referred to as "Ugulayacabe," was a powerful Chickasaw minko during the 1700s.
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Bill Anoatubby, Governor
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